Marshalltown Population 2026
Marshalltown has a population of 27,620, making it the #1704 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 319× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,620
Rank in United States
#1704
Coordinates
42.05°N, 92.91°W
~287 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,385 km
860 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Marshalltown
- Newton15,125 people · ~41 km away
- Ames65,060 people · ~59 km away
- Cedar Falls41,255 people · ~65 km away
- Ankeny56,764 people · ~68 km away
- Waterloo68,460 people · ~68 km away
- Des Moines214,133 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Marshalltown?
Marshalltown has a population of 27,620 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1704 biggest city in United States.
What state is Marshalltown in?
Marshalltown is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Marshalltown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,385 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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